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toilet powder

American  

noun

  1. a fine powder sprinkled or rubbed over the skin, especially after bathing.

Etymology

Origin of toilet powder

First recorded in 1890–95

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The room is full of odor of toilet powder.

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After the rub apply a little toilet powder if the patient desires it.

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Dr. Poyet also puts singers on their guard against scented toilet powder.

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Any toilet powder or boracic acid will protect the skin to a considerable extent.

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Irritating soap, the contact of soiled diapers, cheap toilet powders, and discharges from the nose and ears may also be responsible for the disease.

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